Deniliquin

Deniliquin has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Recent ABS population datasets for the wider region combined with new address validations completed by AreaSearch since the Census indicate that the population of the suburb of Deniliquin is roughly 7,498 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 66 people (0.9%) compared to the 7,432 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is based on a resident population estimate of 7,488 calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside an additional 152 validated new addresses identified since the Census. With this population level, the density ratio stands at 7.8 persons per square kilometer, which ensures a large amount of space for residents. Growth in the local population was mostly generated by overseas migration, which served as the exclusive contributor to population increases in recent times.

Projections established by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 unit, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilised by AreaSearch. For SA2 territories where these figures are unavailable, AreaSearch relies on SA2 projections compiled by the NSW State Government, issued in 2022 with a 2021 baseline. Age cohort growth rates from these combined datasets are applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Factoring in these shifting demographics, projections point to an overall reduction in resident numbers, with a projected contraction of 13 persons by 2041 using this approach. Nevertheless, positive growth is expected in specific age segments, particularly the 75 to 84 cohort, which is forecast to expand by 230 people. More details can be found in the section addressing age.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Deniliquin, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

According to an assessment of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical areas by AreaSearch, the suburb of Deniliquin averages approximately 15 new residential approvals annually, with an estimated 78 homes approved during the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 24 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Because population numbers decreased during the prior timeframe, the volume of housing supply has remained sufficient for local demand, resulting in a balanced market offering ample options to buyers, with new homes built at an average cost of $512,000, showing that developers are focusing on higher-end builds in the premium segment. Furthermore, commercial approvals amounting to $6.9 million were registered in the current financial year, which highlights a small focus on commercial projects.

Compared against the Rest of NSW, building activity in the suburb of Deniliquin is significantly weaker, sitting at 63.0% below the regional per capita average. This low volume of new home construction generally bolsters demand and prices for established housing. Activity is also lower than the national benchmark, reflecting a mature market and highlighting potential development bottlenecks. Detached houses account for 88.0% of new projects, while medium and high-density formats make up 12.0%, maintaining the low-density character of the area with an emphasis on single-family homes that draw buyers looking for space. The estimated ratio of 498 people in the locality for every single dwelling approval underscores the quiet and low-activity nature of the development sector.

Given that population levels are expected to remain flat or contract, the suburb of Deniliquin is likely to experience less pressure on housing stocks, which may open up favorable conditions for buyers.

Deniliquin has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Local infrastructure updates, large-scale projects, and planning changes have a major influence on local performance. AreaSearch has tracked 17 projects that are expected to impact the region. Key developments include the Deniliquin Hospital Redevelopment, Deniliquin Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), Hardinge Street Road Reconstruction Project, and Deniliquin Cultural Arts Center, with the following directory listing the ones most likely to be relevant.

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Employment drivers in Deniliquin are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

The suburb of Deniliquin possesses a balanced labor market containing a mix of professional and manual occupations, with a solid representation of essential services and an unemployment rate of 5.9%, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area datasets. As of March 2026, there are 3,846 employed residents, with an unemployment rate that sits 1.8% above the 4.1% rate found in Regional NSW, while workforce participation is standard at 64.3% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW. Census records indicate that a low 7.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure may have been affected by pandemic lockdowns.

The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and agriculture, forestry & fishing. The workforce displays a heavy concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with its share of employment reaching 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, mining is poorly represented, accounting for a mere 0.1% of the local workforce compared to 2.5% across Regional NSW. Although there are employment positions within the locality, the relationship between the Census working population and the local resident population suggests a large portion of commuters travel outside the area for work.

AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics for broader statistical divisions reveal that during the year leading to March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 4.1% and total employment fell by 5.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.3 percentage points. In comparison, Regional NSW experienced an employment drop of 0.9%, a labor force reduction of 0.4%, and an unemployment rate increase of 0.5 percentage points. Employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide additional context regarding future labor demand in the suburb of Deniliquin. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Even though nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expansion rates vary widely across different sectors. Running these industry-specific projections against the employment base of the suburb of Deniliquin yields an estimated local job growth of 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (note that this is a direct weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

Based on AreaSearch aggregations of postcode-level ATO records published for the 2023 financial year, the suburb of Deniliquin recorded a median taxpayer income of $46,109 and an average taxpayer income of $53,534. These levels sit below the national average and compare to median and average figures of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $50,867 (median) and $59,059 (average). Data from the 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Deniliquin fall between the 14th and 27th percentiles nationally. Income distribution figures show that the largest segment contains 27.9% of local taxpayers (2,091 people) within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which is close to the 29.9% share recorded for this group regionally. Although housing costs are low, leaving residents with 88.6% of their income, total disposable income sits at the 20th percentile nationwide.

Deniliquin is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

According to the latest Census, the housing composition in the suburb of Deniliquin was made up of 89.6% houses and 10.3% other dwelling types (such as townhouses, units, and alternative formats), compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Deniliquin exceeded the regional benchmark, standing at 42.1%, with the remaining residential properties held under a mortgage (31.2%) or rented (26.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was significantly lower than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, coming in at $1,083, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $230 compared to $330 in Regional NSW. On a national level, mortgage payments in the suburb of Deniliquin are well below the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are also much lower than the national median of $375.

Deniliquin features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Families make up the majority of households at 63.2%, consisting of couples with children at 21.5%, couples without children at 31.5%, and single parent households at 9.2%. Non-family households represent the remaining 36.8% of the market, with single person households accounting for 34.3% and group households representing 2.4%. The median household size is 2.2 individuals, which is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Educational outcomes in Deniliquin fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

Educational outcomes in the area show some lag, with university graduation rates (15.4%) trailing far behind the NSW state average of 32.2%. This gap highlights an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share of higher education at 10.9%, with graduate diplomas at 2.3% and postgraduate degrees at 2.2%. Vocational and technical credentials are highly common, with 39.5% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (29.8%).

Participation in study is high, with 27.9% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This includes 10.5% in primary school, 8.5% in high school, and 2.2% enrolled in tertiary courses.

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Analysis of local transit infrastructure shows 76 active passenger transport stops in the suburb of Deniliquin, which are served by buses. These locations are connected to 26 separate routes, providing 263 passenger services weekly. Transit access is good, with residents living an average of 271 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the locality, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary transit method at 93%, while 5% of residents walk to work. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.4. A small share of 7.3% of workers worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

Service runs average 37 trips per day across the network, which translates to approximately 3 weekly services per transit stop.

Health performance in Deniliquin is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Health indicators show notable difficulties in the suburb of Deniliquin, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and chronic disease rates, with general health issues occurring regularly across youth and older cohorts, and private health insurance adoption being exceptionally low at approximately 48% of the population (~3,611 people). This is lower than the 51.9% coverage rate in Regional NSW and the national benchmark of 55.7%.

The most prevalent health conditions recorded among residents were arthritis and asthma, affecting 11.3 and 9.2% of the population, respectively, while 60.0% of citizens reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. The working-age cohort experiences distinct health issues with higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 27.4% of the population (2,054 people), which is higher than the 23.4% proportion in Regional NSW, with national health rankings showing even greater disparities than the broader population.

The latest Census data sees Deniliquin placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

The suburb of Deniliquin exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 88.1% of the population, 93.5% of residents born in Australia, and 96.7% using only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, chosen by 56.7% of residents in the suburb of Deniliquin, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

Looking at ancestral origins, the three most common backgrounds reported in the suburb of Deniliquin are Australian, representing 35.1% of the population (much higher than the regional average of 30.0%), English at 31.7%, and Irish at 8.7%. There are also distinct differences in the presence of other ancestries: Scottish background is higher at 8.5% of the local population (compared to 8.0% regionally), Australian Aboriginal background is at 4.0% (compared to 4.6% regionally), and Maori background is at 0.4% (compared to 0.3% regionally).

Deniliquin hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Having a median age of 46, the suburb of Deniliquin has an older population profile than Regional NSW's median of 43 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age group is highly represented at 14.6% compared to the regional average, whereas the 35 - 44 cohort is less common at 9.4%. This concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is higher than the national share of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 10.3% to 12.4% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group has expanded from 10.5% to 12.0%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 group dropped from 12.0% to 9.9%, and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 11.7% to 10.2%. By 2041, the age structure of the suburb of Deniliquin is projected to undergo significant changes. Leading these shifts, the 75 to 84 cohort is expected to grow by 30% (an increase of 210 people), rising from 689 to 900. This highlights a clear aging trend, with individuals aged 65 and over accounting for 69% of the projected population growth, while contractions are forecast for the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 age cohorts.